Our standards — the highest in the industry — set a new bar for quality. Before adding a product to our virtual shelves, we look at five key areas to determine if it’s Thrive Market Approved: Trusted Ingredients, Ethical Sourcing, Planet Positive, On a Mission, and Tasted & Tested. From restricting 1,000+ ingredients across categories ...
Mothers are a lot of different things to different people: they can be caretakers, advice-givers, best friends, heroes, and often, they’re the glue that holds a family together. Mothers also come in many forms, so whether that person in your life is biological or chosen, grandparent or neighbor, Mother’s Day is a time to celebrate ...
There’s something about fall that invites us to slow down and savor. The air turns crisp, sweaters come out of storage, and our routines shift toward cozy evenings, comforting meals, and wellness habits that help us feel our best. It’s also a season of new routines — whether that’s kids heading back to school, a ...
This article was written with help from AI and edited by Thrive Market’s talented team of human writers. Whether you’re a skincare enthusiast or just starting to learn about sun protection, you’ll discover why SPF is your best-kept beauty secret. Expensive creams and serums might promise youthful skin, but daily SPF use might be one ...
This article was written with help from AI and edited by Thrive Market’s talented team of human writers. Our skin undergoes significant changes as we age, and one of the most noticeable is a decline in moisture (hello, dry skin). Proper hydration is essential to maintaining skin elasticity, smoothness, and overall health, and understanding the ...
This article was written with help from AI and edited by Thrive Market’s talented team of human writers. Maintaining healthy hair is important for men at every age, and a tailored hair care routine can make all the difference in achieving strong, healthy locks. Whether you have curly, textured, straight, or thinning hair, choosing the ...
After nearly 30 years in business, you might think that EO, the brand that makes essential oil-based body and hair care, runs like a machine without much heart behind it. But soon after meeting co-founders and co-CEOs Susan Griffin-Black and Brad Black, you feel like you’re talking to the passionate team behind a small, family-run ...
Scents, especially those found in nature, can be powerful. They might add an instant boost of energy to your day or encourage you to take a deep breath and find a moment of calm. That’s aromatherapy at work: the practice of using essential oils to enhance well-being. For more than four decades, Aura Cacia has ...
June marks the start of summer, but it’s also an important month for other meaningful reasons. June is Pride Month, which is a time to reflect on and celebrate the progress we’ve made toward equality for the LGBTQIA+ community. On June 19th, we celebrate Juneteenth, which is a historic holiday that marks the day when ...
In your quest for youthful-looking skin or healthy joints, you’ve likely come across a common ingredient: collagen. Aside from being a popular ingredient in many supplements, beauty products, and even your morning coffee, collagen is a structural protein that makes up about a third of the protein in the human body. Upping your body’s natural ...
When you think of Weleda, you likely think of Skin Food. The thick, nourishing cream comes in a recognizable green tube, and it’s garnered a bit of a cult following for its ability to nourish even the most sensitive skin, often appearing on “holy grail” skincare lists and even becoming a staple in many professional ...
September is a month of transition: from long, lazy summer afternoons to early mornings, commutes, and carpools, packing lunches and even-more-packed schedules. This month, our team members are transitioning into fall by getting the kids ready for school and getting themselves ready for a return to routine — and they’re sharing the products they rely ...
“Clean beauty” is a booming industry with a noble cause. The idea is simple: for too long, the cosmetics and beauty industries have used synthetic fragrances, harsh chemicals, and other ingredients that may be harmful to people who use them. The solution? Forgo the lab-made ingredients altogether and use ingredients sourced primarily from nature. Brands ...
Becoming a B Corporation (or a “B Corp”) is one of the highest certifications a business can receive to back up their efforts toward environmental and social responsibility. B Corps are the leaders in their respective industries; the companies that walk the walk, so to speak, when it comes to ingredient transparency, ethical sourcing, and ...
Some TikTok beauty trends may be questionable at best, but other helpful hacks to come from the platform are downright genius. “Skin cycling” is one of the most popular trends (like, 3.5-billion-views popular) to make its way from TikTok to IRL in recent months, and many devotees say it’s totally transformed their skin. What is ...
Here’s an idea: be your own Valentine and treat yourself to a luxurious evening of at-home pampering.
You’re likely already using topical treatments as a way to care for your skin and hair, but beauty supplements go a step further: by offering a dose of essential vitamins, minerals, proteins, and antioxidants, they can help to do things like boost collagen production and increase hair growth (talk about inner beauty!) “Aptly known as ...
After a few months outdoors with the sun on your skin and a warm breeze in the air, the sudden chill of winter can take a dramatic toll on your face, hair, and body. It’s true, there’s beauty to be found in every season—but when you’re struggling with dry, flaky skin, stressed-out strands, and chapped ...
Plants are powerful: you feel it when you eat fruits, vegetables, herbs, and fungi. These ingredients deliver essential nutrition to your body and help you to stay healthy and well—so why wouldn’t you apply the same concept to your beauty products? For our f.a.e.® by Thrive Market range of hair care products, we harnessed the ...
Your sister waxes poetic about one brand. Your teenager is desperate for one that actually works. You try a formula that gives you a rash, or you love the scent but not the application. Welcome to the occasionally frustrating world of hunting for natural deodorant. Rest assured, there’s a perfect pick out there with your ...
When we were creating our f.a.e. by Thrive Market facial oils, we knew that we weren’t just creating oils, we were creating supply chains that have a larger impact on people and the planet. We also knew that we wanted to create a line of impactful facial oil products that everyone could afford, without the ...
A good skincare routine is key to preventing breakouts, keeping wrinkles at bay, shielding yourself from harmful UV rays, and simply keeping your face smooth and hydrated. But all skincare products aren’t interchangeable — and they’re certainly not for everyone. That’s where your skin type comes in: understanding the type of skin you have helps ...
One look at Patricia San Pedro’s radiant complexion and you’ll want to know all her skincare secrets. Fortunately the author and beauty expert shares them freely, in the form of easy-to-follow Instagram tutorials and a book, “Face Fitness: Simple Exercises and Rituals for Toned, Glowing Skin.”
In a world of $17 superfood smoothies and luxury yoga retreats, it can seem like health and wellness are only for those with money to burn.